Boys' Varsity Basketball - Head Coach
About Gann Academy Gann Academy is a pluralistic Jewish high school that challenges students to cultivate their talents and interests in all areas of human potential: intellectual, artistic, spiritual, and physical. Our faculty, composed of Jewish and non-Jewish educators, facilitates students' journeys. We seek teachers committed to collaborating and growing in their teaching practice; supporting diverse learners in the classroom; and connecting with students outside the classroom, both formally and informally. Gann Academy is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture where talented people of widely diverse backgrounds can thrive. We believe that including diverse perspectives will improve our work, society, and learning outcomes. All employees participate in this commitment, whether internally by building a welcoming workplace culture or externally by ensuring inclusive engagement with families and other community members. Perhaps most of all, Gann offers a community of intelligent, collaborative, and compassionate professionals who care about their work, school, and colleagues. We help one another learn, solve problems, and have fun.
About the role
Seeking a dynamic and experienced Boys' Varsity Basketball Head Coach for the 2026 Winter Season. The season begins November 16, 2026, and ends the week of March 3, 2027.
Responsibilities
- Plan and run game strategies.
- Oversee game-day decisions.
- Assess athletes’ development and performance.
- Demonstrate knowledge of basketball strategies, rules, and techniques.
Requirements
- Previous basketball experience and/or team coaching experience preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively across a loud gymnasium.
- Comfortable working in high‑energy, noisy environments and traveling to away games via team transport.
- Ability to demonstrate basketball drills for extended periods during practices and games.
Schedule
- Mondays/Wednesdays: 3:55‑5:00 pm
- Tuesdays/Thursdays: 5:15‑6:45 pm
- Sundays: 11:00 am‑1:00 pm
Pay
The pay range for this role is $4,800‑$5,400 per year (Waltham).